If you have at some stage dreamt of living the high life in Hollywood and being a successful actor or actress over there, you are by no means alone.

The indulgent lifestyle, fame and fortune, and not to mention the warm climate, certainly have their appeal.

However, for most of us, such thoughts remain a dream and something we only occasionally think of.

But there is one way in which you can bring some aspects of Tinsel Town to your doorstep, and that is to arrange a movie-themed fancy dress party.

By donning such fancy dress costumes, you and your fellow revellers can imagine being the stars of stage and screen and get to live out some of your acting ambitions.

There has never been a better selection of women’s and men’s fancy dress available. Thanks to firms such as us here at Fancy Dress Ball, you can quickly and easily get your hands on a range of garments and accessories to help transform you into your acting heroes and heroines.

For example, you might opt to dress up as Edward Sizzorhands just like Johnny Depp did for the 1990 film. Or you might try your hand at becoming one of the Addams family for an evening.

Social gatherings like this are always great fun as people tend to get into the roles they are portraying and many even try to adopt the right accents and mannerisms.

While it may not quite be Hollywood itself, it is a great chance to have some fun.

Everyone loves a good fancy dress party. You get to dress up in weird and wonderful outfits and can almost pretend to be someone else for the night, allowing your usual inhibitions to disappear as you enjoy a night to remember. But, if you don’t rein things in enough then you could be left with a party that’s full of mis-matching outfits, so if you want to throw the perfect bash then it’d be wise to set a specific theme.

By setting a theme people have clear direction of the type of fancy dress costumes they’ll be able to go for. This keeps everyone a lot more focused, and could even help people to decide what to wear who may have been a bit daunted otherwise.

It makes things far easier for everyone concerned, and you could always consult a few key party goers beforehand to get some ideas of what they’d like. That way everyone’s happy, and you can be certain that your party will go off with a bang.

There are a lot of themes you could go for and you can get inspiration from just about anywhere, with films, TV, music and even particular decades all providing fantastic outfit opportunities. You might like to opt for seventies or eighties fancy dress, for example, or you could even set a western or school daze theme – the list is endless. If you’re looking for a bit of inspiration then make sure to take a look around at our fantastic range and you’re sure to find something that takes your fancy, letting you set the perfect theme for the party of the year.

These days, more and more parties involve fancy dress. After all, the availability of such garments has risen considerably and it is now easy to get hold of a wide variety of outfits.

And by introducing this dimension to your bash, you can make it a night to remember.

There are many different themes to choose from when you decide to hold a celebration themed around fancy dress costumes.

At this time of year, festive garments may be the order of the day, while at other times of the year, Halloween outfits may be more apt.

On the other hand, you may decide to go for 80 fancy dress or 70s costumes.

All these ideas are great and can help you ensure your night is enjoyed by all present.

However, if you want to hold a celebration with a bit of a difference, why not theme it around animals?

Here at Fancy Dress Ball, we have a range of such ensembles that can help bring out your wild side.

For example, by shopping with us you could pick up gorilla outfits or those based on cats or dogs.

Meanwhile, if you fancy imitating a larger creature, why not choose attire resembling much-loved African and Asian mammal the elephant? At the other end of the scale, you could select a mouse costume.

Having an unusual theme like this can really add to the atmosphere at your party and, who knows, maybe you will start a trend among those who attended the event.

So you’ve decided to throw a fancy dress party – great! Now comes the most vital and exciting decision of them all… what’s the theme for the fancy dress party? One of our absolute favourite ideas is birth year parties (which can easily be amended to birth decade parties if you were born in a historically slow year!)

1950’s

You lucky folks can get out your glad rags and go for a real Hollywood heyday fancy dress outfit! Ladies it’s time to channel your inner Marilyn Monroe, and gents… it’s got to be James Dean or early Elvis.

1960’s

Hippies! Remember flower power? Our women’s fancy dress hippy range is totally psychedelic! And our men’s fancy dress hippy collection… far out!

1970’s

1970’s fancy dress! There are few fancy dress themes we love to hear uttered more than this. Time to let yourself be gripped by a little Saturday night fever! And if that’s not your cup of tea, why not opt for the punk look and bring a little anarchy in the UK to the party!

1980’s

So maybe we love 1980’s fancy dress too – who doesn’t love leg warmers! The choice for men, women and kids is nuts when it comes to eighties fancy dress – early Madonna? Freddie Mercury? Top gun? We reckon even your straight-laced mum might have a few eighties shockers in the wardrobe.

Whatever theme you opt for (we’re well stocked to cater for 1990’s and 2000’s too you know!), direct your guests to us and we’ll have them kitted-out in no time.

Beating the winter blues is never easy unless you can jet off to somewhere without morning frost, slippery fallen leaves and perpetually overcast days. Well, if it looks like you’re stuck in good old Blighty with the rest of us, why not make the most of your patio heaters and throw an all-out Hawaiian Luau fancy dress party for your chilly mates!

Ladies Fancy Dress

Ladies, you spent all summer toning that body and now the hideous weather has forced you to cover up! Get out and enjoy yourself in any of our massive range of Hawaiian-theme women’s fancy dress outfits. We promise you’ll never look at coconuts or seashells the same way again!

Don’t panic if you’re cautious about getting your kit semi-off in the freezing winter though. Cover up a little with our Hawaiian dress range.

Men’s Fancy Dress

Now gents, we know you love to be silly… and this is the perfect opportunity for some all-out men’s fancy dress anarchy! Yes of course you could cop out and just wear the Hawaiian shirt Aunty Mable bought you back in 1984… or treat the ladies to a flash of your beach body with our “Hawaiian Man” sarong and leg cuffs costume.

In the market for something a little more off-the-wall? We love the men’s “Hawaiian Babe Inflatable Costume” for unrivalled entertainment value.

Top Tip – don’t forget to stock up on floral garlands for that authentic Hawaiian welcome as your guests arrive!

Love it or loathe it, that festive time of the year is almost upon us! And while some office parties adhere to the strict pint-and-a-bowl-of-nuts-at-the-pub set up, there will be those lucky few who go for all out fancy dress mayhem!

Xmas Theme

Ladies, ladies, ladies, we know the naughty elf ladies fancy dress costumes are calling your name (you have been a very good girl after all!), but might we suggest something a little less risque? Our Novelty Christmas Costume section 100% office-friendly!

Ah men, well men’s fancy dress outfits are simple! But if you don’t fancy channelling your inner Father Christmas, take a peek at our novelty costumes instead (perhaps you’re more of a donkey… the strong silent type!)

Anything Goes Theme

You lucky, lucky people! You get free run of our entire adult fancy dress costume collection! A couple of pointers to remember though…
1. Keep it work-safe and appropriate – There’s a fine line between “Sexy Nurse” and “The Boss Will Never Look Me in the Eye Again”! We have hundreds of creative, fun, office-friendly costumes to choose from so get browsing.

2. Be mindful of offence. Turning up dressed as the sinister “Bobo the Clown” (complete with dripping blood, creepy mask and bloodstained knife) could be a barrel of laughs for your close workmates…but old Pam who sits a few desks away? Our range of costumes includes absolutely loads of office party appropriate fancy dress costumes.

Michael Jackson – another icon of the 80s that is very easy to impersonate, with the guarantee that people will definitely know who you are at your eighties fancy dress bash. Michael Jackson’s style in the 80s was defined by his music videos and appearances, including “Bad”; which involved red leather jackets and tight trousers. Equally a white glove, glittery jacket, half-mast trousers and aviators will be just as effective.

Adam Ant – who can forget this swashbuckling, stylish man who oozed sex appeal and practically initiated the romantic post-punk movement? Casting aside the denim of the sixties, Adam Ant took on a whole new role for fashion in the 80s. Bearing his trade-mark white face paint across the nose in any setting, you may find yourself repeatedly mistaken for impersonating this 80s icon in fancy dress.

Bon Jovi – hair may be the most appropriate fashion tool to employ here, as Jon Bon Jovi himself made many fashion statements with his big hair – ironically, his music was defined as hair-metal. Using mousse to create volume or a purchasing a wig and a bit of glitter and you’re good to rock up to the party as Bon Jovi. For the 80s costume, there is no such thing as too much denim – denim jeans and a denim jacket should set you well on your way.

Once you’ve chosen your 80s style icon, you’re ready to wow your family and friends at your 80s fancy dress party with your outrageous, sensational 80s fancy dress costume! Fancy Dress Ball have a fantastic range of 80s fancy dress costumes perfect for your fancy dress party.